'The Crown' Filmed a Pivotal Princess Diana Scene in Prince William's "Front Garden"
An insider thought this was a questionable decision.
Another day, another drama from the set of The Crown. The show has once again come under fire—this time because of the choice of location to film the scene of Princess Diana arriving in her "revenge dress" at the Serpentine Gallery in London in 1994.
This moment happened on the same day that Prince Charles admitted to cheating on his wife on television, according to The Sun. The Princess of Wales' short, sweetheart-necklined, off-the-shoulder black dress was dubbed "revenge dress" for obvious reasons.
Elizabeth Debicki, who portrays Diana in the upcoming fifth season of The Crown, wore a similar dress to film the scene, which was set in the same place where it actually happened, which just so happens to be in Kensington Gardens—Prince William's "front garden."
"They could have chosen any location to recreate this scene, but they opted to select a spot which can almost be viewed by William from his bedroom window," a TV insider told The Sun. “Just imagine if he had seen."
The source continued, "There’s also likely to be questions asked about how any permission was given to use a royal park to film a drama which the Royal Family has been so deeply unhappy about. But even more bewildering is the fact The Crown was allowed to film in a park which is also the home of Prince William."
While it's unlikely that Prince William did in fact spot the actress in one of his mom's most iconic outfits, it's true that that could have been pretty upsetting if he had. Not to mention that he and other members of his family have already been less than impressed by some of The Crown's creative decisions.
Stay In The Know
Get exclusive access to fashion and beauty trends, hot-off-the-press celebrity news, and more.
Iris Goldsztajn is a London-based journalist, editor and author. She is the morning editor at Marie Claire, and her work has appeared in the likes of British Vogue, InStyle, Cosmopolitan, Refinery29 and SELF. Iris writes about everything from celebrity news and relationship advice to the pitfalls of diet culture and the joys of exercise. She has many opinions on Harry Styles, and can typically be found eating her body weight in cheap chocolate.
-
Kaia Gerber's $2,850 Designer Bag Is Straight Out of 2011
If anyone can bring it back, she can.
By Kelsey Stiegman Published
-
Former Royal Journalist Shares the Time Princess Diana Tricked the Press and Swapped Outfits for a 'Microscopic' Ensemble
'I'm a Celebrity' star Jane Moore got a secret glimpse of the royal.
By Kristin Contino Published
-
Jennifer Lopez Tracks Down the Birkin of Winter Puffer Vests
Who knew winter layers could be so luxe?
By Halie LeSavage Published
-
Former Royal Journalist Shares the Time Princess Diana Tricked the Press and Swapped Outfits for a 'Microscopic' Ensemble
'I'm a Celebrity' star Jane Moore got a secret glimpse of the royal.
By Kristin Contino Published
-
Princess Diana's Chauffeur Only Found Out Why He Was Fired After Watching 'The Crown' Almost 30 Years Later
"The consequence for me was that I was forced out of a job I wanted to be my life’s work."
By Kristin Contino Published
-
The Christmas Traditions Princess Kate and Prince William Share With Their Kids Every Year
From incorporating the late Queen's favorite tree to attending fun and festive events.
By Amy Mackelden Published
-
King Charles Might Snub Prince Andrew This Christmas by Banning Him From Sandringham
Charles reportedly views his brother as a "loose cannon."
By Amy Mackelden Published
-
Princess Kate and Prince William's "Undeniably Sexy" Secret Romance Seems to Be "Aging Backwards"
"You see from their body language what looks like a 'Benjamin Button' love affair."
By Amy Mackelden Published
-
Princess Diana's Former Lover James Hewitt Opens Up About the Royal's "Unforgivable" Martin Bashir Interview
James Hewitt spoke about the royal's controversial 1995 sit-down with Martin Bashir.
By Kristin Contino Published
-
Princess Kate Takes the Lead on an Ordinary Household Task That Leaves Prince William Clueless
"I have no idea what I'm doing."
By Amy Mackelden Published
-
King Charles Faces Yet Another Security Breach as Windsor Castle Estate is Burglarized by Masked Intruders
The incident occurred not far from Prince William and Princess Kate's home.
By Kristin Contino Published